Industry
November 19, 2020
Bally’s Deal with Sinclair Will Revolutionize Sports Betting
Bally’s Corp and Sinclair Broadcast Group announced a new long-term deal, betting big on the sports wagering market in the US. Under the deal Sinclair will acquire a stake in Bally’s and will have its 21 sports networks renamed Bally Sports. Bally’s Gain Access to Fan Base According to the terms of the deal, Bally’s […]
Business
November 19, 2020
Golden Nugget Online Gaming Secures Market Entry in Illinois
The online arm of Golden Nugget announced today it entered into a definitive agreement with Danville Development to ensure market access for online sports wagering and, when legalized, iGaming in Illinois. New Golden Nugget Casino The agreement struck between Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG) and Danville Development, a joint venture company between Wilmot, a subsidiary […]
Business
November 19, 2020
Wind Creek Bethlehem Opens Betfred Powered Sportsbook
Wind Creek Bethlehem and Betfred announced the opening of a new sportsbook. Powered by Betfred, the sportsbook features two state-of-the-art video walls, multiple TVs, self-service betting kiosks as well as sports pub. Undoubtedly the new venue brings an exciting betting experience for visitors of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Wind Creek Bethlehem Opens Sportsbook Wind Creek Hospitality together […]
Casino
November 19, 2020
The Plaza in Las Vegas Adds AI to Fight Covid and Crime
The Plaza is going to leverage artificial intelligence provided by Patriots One Technologies Inc. to detect patrons’ body temperatures and identify potentially dangerous individuals concealing weapons about their person near the property. Las Vegas’ the Plaza Integrates AI to Clamp Down on Crime, Limit Infections Las Vegas has seen a number of challenges in recent […]
Casino
November 19, 2020
NetEnt Launches Red Tiger Games in Pennsylvania with RSI
Red Tiger is now available on Rush Street Interactive’s BetRivers.com and PlaySugarHouse.com casino brands in Pennsylvania thanks to NetEnt’s license in the state. Red Tiger Breaks Ground in Pennsylvania with RSI NetEnt Group has reasons to be happy, with the company now rolling out Red Tiger games, another industry-defining name, on the BetRivers.com and PlaySugarHouse.com […]
Business
November 18, 2020
Del Lago Lays Off 50 Employees After NY Governor Issues Covid-19 Restrictions
Del Lago said it will lay off 50 employees, as NY Governor Andrew Cuomo announced additional Covid-19 restrictions last week, which included a reduction in operating hours for casinos. Casinos Reduce Operating Hours The del Lago Resort & Casino has laid off 50 employees, following Governor Andrew Cuomo’s announcement of new Covid-19 restrictions last week. […]
Business
November 18, 2020
MGM Growth Properties Offers Senior Unsecured Notes for $750M
MGM Growth Properties is looking to raise $750 million of senior unsecured notes, priced at 3.875% and due 2029 at par, the real estate trust announced Tuesday. The offering which was upsized by $250 million from the initial $500 million, is expected to close November 19, subject to customary closing conditions. MGM Resorts’ Redemption Right […]
Business
November 18, 2020
Illinois Governor Shuts Down Casinos As Covid-19 Case Rate Spikes
The Governor of Illinois said on Tuesday that all indoor entertainment venues will close down starting Friday, as the number of coronavirus cases averages nearly 12,500 per day. Casinos Will Close For Three Weeks Illinois riverboat casinos will close due to a surge in the number of coronavirus cases, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced Tuesday in […]
Business
November 18, 2020
Resorts World Las Vegas Looks to Hire 6,000 Workers
Resorts World Las Vegas revealed that it seeks to hire some 6,000 workers for its resort which is planned to open next year. The company accepts job applications for multiple positions from entry-level positions to managerial level positions. Resorts World Accepts Job Applications In a statement released this Monday, Resorts World Las Vegas announced that […]
Casino
November 18, 2020
Gov. J.B. Pritzker Orders Illinois Casinos to Shut Down on Friday
As Illinois hit 12,000 new covid-19 cases on Tuesday, November 17, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced that indoor entertainment venues, including casinos, will shut down starting Friday, November 20. Gov. Pritzker Rolls in New Covid-19 Restrictions, Shutters Casinos Speaking on Tuesday, November 17, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker ordered casinos, museums, retail shops and indoor entertainment venues […]